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Bigger and better every year
After an absence of two years the great Iverk Show is delighted to be back. It is all happening in Piltown on Saturday 27th August. “We are already looking forward to the best show
ever,” said chairman Robert Dowley. With over €100,000 in prizes for the first time, there is something for everyone. From tiny tots to international show jumping superstars to dogs, poultry, crafts and vintage
machinery, fashion, all-day entertainment and much, much more. And this is not the first time the Iverk Show has bounced back after a break. In 1892 and 1951 after a break of ten years
in both cases the revival shows came back stronger than ever. We are really looking forward to the new competitions and events. What caught my eye was the new ‘Best Dressed Lady and Gentlemen’. Kindly
The Kilkenny Observer Friday 05 August 2022
Sponsored by The Merrion Hotel, Dublin and Connolly’s Red Mills Store there are fabulous prizes to be won. Now lads, here is your chance to make a name for yourself! Pride of place in the cattle section must go to the continued partnership with sponsor Aldi in association with ABP Food Group and the Irish Angus Cattle Society for the Irish Angus All Ireland Bull Calf Championships. The show horse and pony classes continue to offer opportunities for all equestrian enthusiasts. Frank Knight and Morris Oil have joint sponsorship of the All-Ireland Broodmare and Foal Team final. The side saddle riding classes are always beautiful to watch and so graceful There are 25 dog classes and all dogs are welcome. Just bring your dog and enter on the day! The 41 classes in the fantastic poultry marque are a must to visit. There are Hard Feather, Light and Heavy Soft Feathered, Bantams and Waterfowl breeds on display. The flower arrangers create their own magic with very interesting themes this year. The children’s class “All Creatures Great and Small” is a tribute to the imagination of our young people. Classes for young people
have always been a feature of Iverk Show. In the 1800s the local primary schools had a school garden to encourage pupils to grow vegetables. The best plot won a prize for the child and the teacher supervisor. Check out the baking, arts and crafts, and photography classes. The ‘great’ cherry cake competition is very well named with over 50 entries. The Iverk catwalk will be heaving with the fashion show once again. If you are a bonny baby under 18 months, make sure your parents bring you as every baby will get a prize! Why not check it all out on our website www.iverkshow. ie. You can also follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Free parking with a designated area for disabled parking.